U.S.: FDA approves macadamia heart health claim

“This is a truly a historic day for everyone in the macadamia nut industry," says Scott Wallace of Royal Hawaiian Macadamia Nut.

July 25 , 2017

Mission Produce enters deal with largest Colombian Hass avocado grower

Hot on the heels of a JV with Fresca in the U.K., Cartama has now made a deal with one of North America's leading avocado players - Mission Produce.

July 24 , 2017

U.S.: Multistate papaya salmonella outbreak kills one, infects 46 others

The fruit in question is reported to be Caribeña brand Maradol papayas from Mexico.

July 24 , 2017

NZ: Zespri closing in on red kiwifruit cultivar for commercial release

Zespri's new cultivar development manager predicts a future release could easily do as well as SunGold.

July 24 , 2017

U.S., Mexico, Canada aim to conclude NAFTA renegotiation by early 2018

The Trump Administration is seeking "a much better agreement" that will improve access for U.S. agriculture.

July 21 , 2017

U.S.: Price pressure building on smaller size table grapes, says AMC North America

The Central Valley grape season in California started much later than normal and created a slight "void" in the market, a representative said.

July 20 , 2017

Carbon calculator makes footprint on South African fruit industry

The initiative now has four years of solid data to help growers and exporters alike stay ahead of the curve as pressures mount from destination markets over carbon emissions.

July 19 , 2017

Australia: Keep your eyes peeled for bananas of the future

"Tropical Race IV has forced us into that situation," says researcher David Peasley, who is trialing some attractive and tasty banana varieties in northern New South Wales.

July 18 , 2017

Sturdy U.S. plum market amid lower California supply

The strong domestic prices have led to a reluctance to export fruit this season, with many growers' crops 20-30% down year-on-year.

July 17 , 2017

Whole Foods investor files federal lawsuit in bid to block Amazon takeover

A shareholder claims the deal undervalues the high-end retailer and is being made without sufficient transparency.

July 14 , 2017